Gen Z youth feel immense pressure to be perfect, leading to increased anxiety and worry, according to a study by the Walton Family Foundation, Gallup, and teen psychologist Lisa Damour.

A recent study by the Walton Family Foundation, Gallup, and teen psychologist Lisa Damour reveals Gen Z youth aged 10-18 feel immense pressure to be perfect, leading to increased negative emotions, particularly anxiety, among girls and teens. About two-thirds of Gen Z youth worry about the world's future, and Damour suggests that parents can support their children by helping them feel comfortable making mistakes and validating that they don't need to be perfect. Parents should also engage their children in conversations about their concerns, with the key being to actively listen and take their feelings seriously.

August 27, 2024
231 Articles